On this episode, Alex and Gil talk about the connections between expression and identity in the online and offline world, whilst introducing the show's final topic, Digital Identity. Join us next time for the final episode of Stranger At Home, with special guests! Instagram: @AmIAKiwi: https://www.instagram.com/amiakiwi/ Email: strangerathomepod@gmail.com And if you want to follow us on twitter, here's us: Alex: https://twitter.com/MixUpPixels Gil: https://twitter.com/Gil_Ostini Thanks for Liste...
Jul 03, 2023•49 min
Alex and Gil are joined by Comedian and host of both The Citizen's Handbook and White Man Behind A Desk to continue their discussion on Citizenship in Aotearoa, covering Civics education, voting, and more. Thanks again to Robbie for giving us his time and perspective! You can find his shows here: White Man Behind A Desk The Citizen's Handbook Join us next week for part one of our Digital Identity episodes! Instagram: @AmIAKiwi: https://www.instagram.com/amiakiwi/ Email: strangerathomepod@gmail.c...
Jun 10, 2023•55 min
Welcome back to Stranger at Home! In this episode, Gil and Alex lay the groundwork for this season by having a discussion about citizenship, and the ways in which we're limited as citizens from participating in society. Join us next week for part two, with a special guest! Instagram: @AmIAKiwi: https://www.instagram.com/amiakiwi/ Email: strangerathomepod@gmail.com And if you want to follow us on twitter, here's us: Alex: https://twitter.com/MixUpPixels Gil: https://twitter.com/Gil_Ostini Thanks ...
Jun 02, 2023•51 min
Important Notes! This episode was recorded last year in October, while Auckland was still in lockdown, and Artie now uses He/Him Pronouns. This Episode, Alex and Gil chat with Artemis, the mind behind NZPol twitter sensation Greeniememes! We chat about what it means to be a micro-celebrity, navigating the nuances of identity formation and more! If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a great help! And if you have anything you'd like to share, topics to recommend, you...
Jan 18, 2022•42 min
This Week, Alex and Gil talk to Ryan Meachen about home, the responsibility we have to where we grew up, and the journeys we take over our lives. Thanks to Ryan for joining us on the show! If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a great help! And if you have anything you'd like to share, topics to recommend, you can either follow us on Instagram or send in an email! Instagram: @AmIAKiwi: https://www.instagram.com/amiakiwi/ Email: strangerathomepod@gmail.com And if yo...
Aug 16, 2021•23 min
This week, Alex and Gil talk to Isaiah Tiuka, who works with GIl as an RA at a Hall of Residence! We chat about NZ's youth working culture, supporting youth through mental health, the importance of music, and more! If you want to follow Isaiah, you can do so here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isaiah_tiuka/ Spotify (For some sweet, sweet curated playlists): https://open.spotify.com/user/isaiaht2711?si=fa57317435df4d42 If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a ...
Aug 03, 2021•42 min
This week, Gil and Alex chat with Zoe Janda, International Student at VUW and the founder of WIFE (Women in Film and Entertainment). We talk about the experience (and struggles) of being an international student, how New Zealand is presented and interpreted overseas, and just how annoying Film Bros really are. If you want to support Zoe and join WIFE, you can do so here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4307046015986370 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wife.vuw/ If you want to suppo...
Jul 28, 2021•37 min
This week, Gil and Alex catch up with one another after a tough winter break. This episode might be a little hard to listen to, due to the topics we get into. So a general content warning for family death is in order. If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a great help! And if you have anything you'd like to share, topics to recommend, you can either follow us on Instagram or send in an email! Instagram: @AmIAKiwi: https://www.instagram.com/amiakiwi/ Email: stranger...
Jul 20, 2021•36 min
This week, Gil and Alex chat with Dougal Mcneill, English Literature lecturer at Vic and head of the Tertiary Education Union. We talk about defining one's culture overseas, how the english language fuctions in Aotearoa, and the the role of the Union here at Victoria Uni! If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a great help! And if you have anything you'd like to share, topics to recommend, you can either follow us on Instagram or send in an email! Instagram: @AmIAKi...
Jun 01, 2021•36 min
This week, Gil and Alex chat with Ronia Ibrahim about her writing, growing up in New Zealand, and the importance of her faith in modern day New Zealand! If you want to see some of Ronia's amazing work, we highly recommend these articles: Sunsets, Stomach Aches and Spiritual Glow Ups: A Ramadan Diary: https://www.salient.org.nz/features-2020/sunsets-stomach-aches-and-spiritual-glow-ups-a-ramadan-diary?rq=ronia The Cost of Being Visable: Anti-Asian Sentiment in the COVID Age: https://www.salient.o...
May 25, 2021•40 min
Stranger at Home is back, and better than ever! The show's got a brand new cohost, Gil Ostini (they/him). They bring their unique perspective as an Australian who came to New Zealand for university, and attempts to discover what that exactly means for identity. And a whole bunch more, but you'll have to listen to the show for that.... If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a great help! And if you have anything you'd like to share, topics to recommend, you can eithe...
May 18, 2021•42 min
CW: Discussions about Racism, Colourism and Issues with Migration This week, Alex sits down with VUWSA Equity Officer Monica Lim to talk about her journey with being accepted in NZ as a migrant, being an activist, and racism present within Aotearoa New Zealand. Thanks to Monica for coming on the show! Monica's contact information: VUWSA Email: equity@vuwsa.org.nz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_monica_lim/ If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a great help! A...
Mar 28, 2021•52 min
Alex chats with Michael Burton-Smith, who is incredibly passionate about the wildlife here in Aotearoa New Zealand. They talk about birds, local plants, the threats facing them and much much more! Thanks so much to Michael for coming on the show! Michael volunteers for the local forest and bird Youth group, and if you're interested in giving them a hand you can find their details down below! Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/forestandbirdyouth Email: youthwellington@forestandbird.org.nz If...
Mar 21, 2021•32 min
On this episode, Alex speaks to Wellington City Councillor Tamatha Paul about her experiences growing up in a Small town, what her experiences there meant for her future in Wellington, and the importance of “Collective Responsibility”. Thanks again to Tamatha for coming on the show! If you want to follow Tamatha, you can find her on Instagram and Twitter: https://twitter.com/TamathaPaul https://www.instagram.com/tamathapaul/ If you want to support the show, leaving a rating on iTunes would be a ...
Sep 09, 2020•37 min
On this episode, Alex shifts focus to the upcoming election and the city of Wellington while chatting with his guest, Jesse Richardson. Jesse is an independent candidate for the Wellington Central Electorate, and he shares his thoughts on what makes the city special, why the government needs to maintain a strong focus on climate change and how the youth vote and movement is important. Thanks to Jesse for coming on the show! You can find his campaign page on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/J...
Aug 05, 2020•30 min
On this episode of Stranger at Home, Alex chats with fellow first-year Henri Bedford about his experiences as a third culture kid, what moving into a hall full of New Zealanders was like, and how New Zealand culture still influenced him from afar. The two also discuss what it means to be kiwi, and how people coming into New Zealand might feel disconnected from those who have been here for longer. Thank you for listening to the first episode of Stranger at Home! Make sure to check out the other S...
Jul 29, 2020•23 min
